Fantasy and Caffeine

i used to go to the renaissance faires in NY often. I had friends who were into it at the time who, if not ideal, were at least pretty cool about me being Jewish, trans, bi/pan, etc. But many of those connections have lapsed, and more generally, i always hoped for something more.

see, when you go looking for fantasy armor and props or accessories, you run into a lot of people who are BIG on norse lore and viking style. That’s cool, i’m polytheistic in spite of my ethnic background, and among my youthful indiscretions was the purchase of a seax. I always liked dwarves the best out of Standard Fantasy races, even if they’re inexplicably Scottish. But a lot of people who are also into those styles are, well… racist, homophobic, transphobic, antisemitic & so forth. Generally in opposition to the cosmopolitan world-traveling attitudes of historic norse explorers.

i would like very much to be able to support artists who i know want my business. Equally as important, i would like very much to support artists who might understand that a trans person especially recognizes the need for armor, and has unique needs in that area as far as style and fit. 

so, i’m reaching out to the community, because i’m sure i’m not the only one thinking about this.

New listing up!! Rainbow ribbon choker with a really cute enamel charm 🌈🎀

FINALLY a new item to the shop! Zombie Idol Sakura Minamoto’s bow from Zombieland Saga! Hand stitched and styled, no ribbon wire (no chance of being poked if it comes loose) and available for right or left side.

Here is the Bow

Happy Pride month! I’m like a week late but here they are in celebration! Rainbow ribbon and crystal earrings. Loud and proud they’re my longest earrings yet! Yet still extremely light and comfortable to wear 

I don’t have the greatest picture but PEACEFEST WAS AWESOME!!! I’m so so sooooo happy to have had that experience. It helped my confidence with what I made so much and I met a lot of awesome people

Now I’m looking into being part of more craft and art fairs!